Free Arielle Immortal Fury (The Immortal Rapture Series Book 6) by Lilian Roberts Page B

bathroom door closed behind her.
    Arielle leaned against the door and smiled wide. What did I ever do to deserve this much happiness? She didn’t know what true passion felt like until Sebastian moved into her soul and etched his name inside. He had conquered her body and spirit, showing her paradise on earth. She would happily follow him to the ends of the earth. With a soft sigh, she closed her eyes. Heated desire rippled across her body, and she shivered. How can one person have such an intoxicating effect on me? She hauled in a deep breath and peeled herself away from the door, shaking her head in disbelief.
    His eyes were closed when she stepped back into the bedroom. A serene expression spread across his beautiful face.
    Arielle chuckled inwardly, intent on startling him. She took a couple of steps and went airborne, planning to fall right on top of him.
    She screamed when two strong arms grabbed her midair and flipped her onto her back. He pinned her beneath his muscular body. A robust laugh escaped Sebastian’s lips, and Arielle giggled joyfully. His forehead rested against hers, and his lips hovered a breath from her mouth.
    “Did you really think you would succeed?”
    “I don’t know what you mean,” she stammered breathlessly.
    “Oh, Arielle, you bring so much happiness and laughter into my life.” His mouth closed over hers, and she wrapped her arms around him, holding him to that kiss. Pulling back, Sebastian gazed into her eyes. “What would you like to do today?”
    “I don’t know. I already had an amazing evening in Vienna with the man that I love. I don’t need anything else.”
    “But it’s your birthday, so let's do something exciting.”
    “Like what?” she asked in an excitable voice. She would be happy to do anything he wanted.
    “I’d like to take you horseback riding. How would you like to call your friends and see if we can all make a day of it?”
    She pretended to consider his suggestion and eventually smiled. Remembering how unselfish this man was and that horseback riding was his passion, she decided to become great at it just to please him. “Yes! I’d love to do that,” she said.
    Sebastian immediately reached for his mobile. He arranged to meet Troy, Gabby, Ian, Eva, Paul, and Loren at the polo fields, and they were soon on their horses in no time. They spent the whole day riding through scenic trails that were surrounded by abundant foliage. Lakes, beautiful woods, and wide-open spaces surrounded the country club. Arielle enjoyed listening to the rustling of the leaves in the slight breeze and the constant chirping of the birds flying from tree to tree. Chatted about different things and laughed while swapping amusing stories. They trotted across grassy fields filled with amazing wild flowers that were swaying in the soft breeze and rode by the lake and crossed several small creeks until they reached the ocean. The thudding of the hoofs on the sand was mesmerizing. Arielle was having a wonderful time. She couldn’t believe how much she was starting to enjoy riding and how good she was getting at handling the horse. Sebastian sent her warm looks of approval, which added to Arielle's happiness.
    They didn’t get home until late in the afternoon. She was completely exhausted but content. In the shower they chatted joyfully about the horses, the ride, and their friends.
    “Arielle, baby, I have some paperwork that I need to look over, and then we will talk about tonight,” Sebastian said.
    “What do you mean tonight? Sebastian, I am tired. I would rather spend the evening alone with you right here,” Arielle said, suppressing a yawn. Sebastian stifled a chuckle. He dropped a gentle kiss on her lips and walked out of the bedroom toward his office. Arielle watched his back until he disappeared at the end of the hall.
    “He never gets tired,” she said with amusement. Her head shook with disbelief.
    “I heard that,” Sebastian called from the other room. Bloody hell ,